Since day 1, my right nipple and areola have been purple. I'm trying to maintain a positive attitude but I am quite afraid that I'll have to go back under the knife. As of right now, I've been told to apply Polysporin 4 times a day to keep moist.
Answer: Swollen? Hi, Your nipple looks more bruised and congested than necrotic. My only concern at this stage is that your right breast looks significantly larger than your left (although this might just be the angle of the photograph). If there is a collection of blood in the breast then this might be compressing the pedicle that supplies the nipple with blood and could cause congestion. I would recommend close follow-up with your PS. good luck
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Answer: Swollen? Hi, Your nipple looks more bruised and congested than necrotic. My only concern at this stage is that your right breast looks significantly larger than your left (although this might just be the angle of the photograph). If there is a collection of blood in the breast then this might be compressing the pedicle that supplies the nipple with blood and could cause congestion. I would recommend close follow-up with your PS. good luck
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November 12, 2017
Answer: Nipple necrosis is easily appreciated and you don't appear to have that by your photo. If you have any refill and warmth, your nipple will be fine. If cold and dark, then you could lose some of it but only time will tell. There really isn't anything you can do at this point except to heal and then determine if any revisions or reconstructions will be needed.
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November 12, 2017
Answer: Nipple necrosis is easily appreciated and you don't appear to have that by your photo. If you have any refill and warmth, your nipple will be fine. If cold and dark, then you could lose some of it but only time will tell. There really isn't anything you can do at this point except to heal and then determine if any revisions or reconstructions will be needed.
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